Reservoir and Geoenergy (Master's)

As a graduate you will have deep, research-based knowledge and an extensive understanding of multiphase fluid flow in porous media. You will also qualify to continue in the industry and/or further research specialisation. 

You will achieve:  

• Solid, scientifically based knowledge of various energy resources, their uses and development strategies.  
• A basic knowledge of geology and in-depth knowledge of fluid flow in porous media and the processes related to energy utilisation, and CO2 and H2 storage.  
• An understanding of the global energy mix and familiarity with how Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) can be used to reduce CO2 emissions.  
• Knowledge of experimental apparatus, instruments and measurements.  
• Knowledge of the numerical simulation of subsurface flow.  
• Knowledge of various Reservoir and Geoenergy disciplines.

We make sure students are a natural part of the research group and the working environment is informal. Many different nationalities work together in our research group. We also have a close relationship with international universities and the energy industry, with regular meetings. You can also apply for a desk in a study room at the department. 

During your studies, you will work closely with an academic supervisor whose expertise is in the field of your thesis topic, and who will help you draw up a progress plan with important milestones for your project. You can focus your master's thesis on topics ranging from fundamental fluid flow in porous media, to topics that are more relevant for the industry today. You are expected to work independently, where you make use of appropriate methods and scientific working techniques in the research of relevant material.

Our master’s students mostly work as:  

• Reservoir, process and/or production engineers in the energy industry  

Our graduates also work in: 

• Governmental positions   
• Academia and research 

Students with citizenship from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland must pay tuition fees. Some applicants may be exempted from this rule.

Citizens from within the European Union/EEA (application deadline 1 March)

Nordic citizens and applicants residing in Norway (application deadline 15 April)

Teaching language: Norwegian

The programme covers two academic years (four semesters) and starts in the autumn.  

Year 1  

You follow courses worth 60 ECTS, some mandatory, some elective. Courses, schedules and study plans depend on your specialisation.    

Year 2  

You write your Master's thesis, which is also worth 60 ECTS. Based on your area of interest, you and an available supervisor find a suitable thesis topic.   

Recommended study plan structure: 

Semester 1: Elective course - Elective course - Elective course  

Semester 2: ENERGI364 – ENERGI365 - Elective course  

Semester 3: PTEK399 

Semester 4: PTEK399 

Recommended electives:

ENERGI261 (autumn), ENERGI366 (irregular), MAT254 (autumn), ENERGI351 (spring), ENERGI300 (autumn), ENERGI360 (spring) 

Possible specializations for this programme.

You can plan study periods abroad in consultation with your supervisor, as a part of the master’s agreement.

You can also apply for admission to the PhD programme if you are interested in pursuing a career in research.

Study plan for Master's Programme in Reservoir and Geoenergy